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Gearbox upgrades	Aidan	01 Nov 2025, 19:08	2 times this week	Mechanical

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T25 CS 1.6 injector removal

Last post by Paul7502 « 20 Nov 2023, 20:27
Replies: 3
by Paul7502 » 19 Nov 2023, 17:38

Hi, got a starting problem and need to remove the injectors.
Its difficult to get in with a spanner.
I have measured the injectors and it seems to be...

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Last post by Paul7502
20 Nov 2023, 20:27
Help! Lower control arm bush offset?

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 20 Nov 2023, 16:44

by Rosie n' Jim » 20 Nov 2023, 16:44

I have a pare of bushes from Brickwork for the lower control arm. Just as I was about to press the first in I noticed that the inner metal tube...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
20 Nov 2023, 16:44
CS1.6 T25 won't start..why?

Last post by Paul7502 « 19 Nov 2023, 17:26

by Paul7502 » 19 Nov 2023, 17:26

Hi back again after over a year.

Its been getting more smokey over the last year or so and sometimes difficult to start.
Now it won't start at all,...

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Last post by Paul7502
19 Nov 2023, 17:26
Replacing injector pipes on JX

Last post by Paul7502 « 19 Nov 2023, 17:22
Replies: 6
by julieewendubbus » 05 Jan 2023, 17:37

Hi everyone
One of my injector pipes has sheared, resulting in a lot of smelly diesel being sprayed out in my engine bay. Looks like the bracket that...

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Last post by Paul7502
19 Nov 2023, 17:22
Rear Outer Wheel Bearing - Too Deep?

Last post by bmouthboyo « 16 Nov 2023, 20:33
Replies: 4
by bmouthboyo » 16 Nov 2023, 09:57

Hi All,

Recently overhauling my rear suspension whilst working on CV joints.

I followed the Haynes manual for the rear wheel bearings. Gently...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
16 Nov 2023, 20:33
Front wheel bearing collapsed

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 15 Nov 2023, 11:35
Replies: 1
by Burrich » 15 Nov 2023, 10:32

Does anyone know of a garage in the St Albans area that can replace a front wheel bearing. T25 1.9 auto 1987.
Broke down on M25 awaiting breakdown!

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
15 Nov 2023, 11:35
Help with Distributor Manual Points/Weber 34 Dat Carb set up

Last post by Magic01 « 10 Nov 2023, 18:13

by Magic01 » 10 Nov 2023, 18:13

Hello all,

I'm looking for some general input/advice on distributor set up coils and Weber carb.

Please bear with me as this is all a bit confusing...

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Last post by Magic01
10 Nov 2023, 18:13
Timing For E5 And E10 Petrol DJ2.1 Engine Query

Last post by maxstu « 10 Nov 2023, 17:16
Replies: 27
by maxstu » 07 Sep 2023, 10:12
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I realise this subject has previously had it fair share of postings. But once more l seek re-assurance from the folk of this fine club. Aren't we...
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Last post by maxstu
10 Nov 2023, 17:16
FAILED on emissions

Last post by ZsZ « 07 Nov 2023, 16:14
Replies: 3
by Advanture Magazine » 07 Nov 2023, 12:50

Just had my ITV (MOT) in Spain and failed the emissions test. Not quite sure where to start with this, other than visiting a garage. But what would...

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Last post by ZsZ
07 Nov 2023, 16:14
T25 vacuum pipe with check valve

Last post by davidoft1 « 04 Nov 2023, 23:37
Replies: 7
by Burrich » 04 Nov 2023, 13:22

Has anyone replaced one of these? Apparently they are not available so I am looking for an alternative method to replace it.

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Last post by davidoft1
04 Nov 2023, 23:37
what is this hook for ??

Last post by trundletruc « 04 Nov 2023, 12:30
Replies: 15
by Rich75 » 18 Sep 2023, 19:30
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Hi, so, as the title implies.. does anyone know what this hook is for.. its just hanging there flapping about which doesn't seem right.. pic taken...
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Last post by trundletruc
04 Nov 2023, 12:30
Fuel explosion in carb

Last post by ajsimmo « 03 Nov 2023, 23:14
Replies: 3
by matthew13 » 01 Nov 2023, 23:11

Good evening, got a 2 ltr cu engine petrol van and problems with the right hand carb. With rocket cover off if I accelerate you can see an explosion...

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Last post by ajsimmo
03 Nov 2023, 23:14
High temp 1.9 dg

Last post by maxstu « 03 Nov 2023, 22:54
Replies: 22
by mark » 06 Sep 2022, 20:57
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Hiya
Had an issue on the way to whitby, flashing light and temp up and over 3/4 of gauge yesterday.
Had a look today.. coolant in the rad no air...
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Last post by maxstu
03 Nov 2023, 22:54
JX fuel filter clamp

Last post by ZsZ « 03 Nov 2023, 07:04
Replies: 5
by Rdav1s » 27 Oct 2023, 10:32

Hi all,
Does anyone have, or know where I can get a fuel filter clamp for my 88 jx diesel syncro.
I ordered a petrol one by mistake as it looked...

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Last post by ZsZ
03 Nov 2023, 07:04
stalling.

Last post by cotswoldstony « 03 Nov 2023, 01:29
Replies: 1
by HighgateT25 » 02 Nov 2023, 16:21

Hi All,

I bought a 1981 T25 Campervan in the summer. It wasn’t running the greatest but seemed to just be a carb issue. It just kept stalling at...

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Last post by cotswoldstony
03 Nov 2023, 01:29
Engine/gearbox swap

Last post by Porkscratching « 30 Oct 2023, 18:26
Replies: 2
by kentishvanman » 30 Oct 2023, 12:05

Currently run on my 1.9 water cooled and lpg when you can find a garage. No problems but did think about swapping engine and gearbox for something...

2 Replies

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Last post by Porkscratching
30 Oct 2023, 18:26
Gearbox linkage boot?

Last post by ajsimmo « 29 Oct 2023, 17:29
Replies: 5
by Shinnster » 08 Oct 2023, 14:06

Hi all,
just had the van MOT'd and was advised to change out this worn boot / gaiter that is by the gearbox.
can anyone tell me the exact name of...

5 Replies

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Last post by ajsimmo
29 Oct 2023, 17:29
Engine stalling

Last post by JeffRoo « 24 Oct 2023, 18:19
Replies: 3
by Freddievan » 08 Oct 2023, 20:24

Engine needed to be turned 2 or 3 times as the van has been stood for a few days. Once it started it sounded fine. However, half a mile down the...

3 Replies

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Last post by JeffRoo
24 Oct 2023, 18:19
Power Steering Question

Last post by multisi « 24 Oct 2023, 08:06
Replies: 4
by Porkscratching » 23 Oct 2023, 15:44

Sounds like the fluid is low. Wouldn't hurt to drain what's in it and refill with fresh ATF (automatic transmission fluid) and check the pipes for...

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Last post by multisi
24 Oct 2023, 08:06
No reverse gear - missing something obvious I’m sure

Last post by Gunter98 « 22 Oct 2023, 15:39
Replies: 2
by Gunter98 » 22 Oct 2023, 15:18

Hi,

Just to check I am not missing something obvious to brighter minds…

I’ve just rebuilt the rear gear selector with new cup etc, and the gears...

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Last post by Gunter98
22 Oct 2023, 15:39
Cold start cable routing

Last post by chalkywoods « 22 Oct 2023, 12:47
Replies: 3
by chalkywoods » 22 Oct 2023, 12:04

The fuel pump on my AAZ fitted by previous owner has a cold start lever but it has never been hooked up. I've got all the parts but it's not obvious...

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Last post by chalkywoods
22 Oct 2023, 12:47
Drive Belt treatment

Last post by ZsZ « 21 Oct 2023, 06:08
Replies: 8
by kentishvanman » 19 Oct 2023, 18:17

Have a noisy/screeching drive/fan belt. It is a new belt and tensioned 'right up'. All wheels cleaned. Only screeches for about 10/15secs after start...

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Last post by ZsZ
21 Oct 2023, 06:08
Replacement pilot fuel/air jet

Last post by Bugsted « 18 Oct 2023, 20:30
Replies: 10
by Jimmucks » 13 Jun 2016, 12:48

Hi, can anyone tell me if it is possible to buy just a pilot jet for a pier burg carb. I'm not too hot on these yet and I'm struggling to find a...

10 Replies

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Last post by Bugsted
18 Oct 2023, 20:30
Upper controle arm or wishbone pivot spindle removal

Last post by mioba « 18 Oct 2023, 16:25
Replies: 5
by Auto » 18 Oct 2023, 13:45

Hi folks
I'm trying to get the upper controle arm off and I have got the big nut off the long pivot spindle but it won't come out
I've tried knocking...

5 Replies

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Last post by mioba
18 Oct 2023, 16:25
cylinder block question

Last post by davidoft1 « 17 Oct 2023, 21:04
Replies: 1
by Lio » 17 Oct 2023, 16:54

Hello everybody,
Is the cylinder block for a JX engine (1.6 turbo D) the same than for the non turbo engine ?
I just found out that my cylinder block...

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Last post by davidoft1
17 Oct 2023, 21:04
CV boot replacement

Last post by Robsey « 17 Oct 2023, 18:57
Replies: 19
by kit » 31 May 2016, 23:00
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Hi I can't find anywhere on Wiki that shows CV boot replacement, does anyone know of any guide thanks?
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Last post by Robsey
17 Oct 2023, 18:57
Radiator cowl

Last post by T25Colin « 16 Oct 2023, 21:18
Replies: 2
by T25Colin » 16 Sep 2023, 22:25

Back from the hols in France (after the frantic alternator change that meant we lost a night) and the van has decided to let the radiator go! For...

2 Replies

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Last post by T25Colin
16 Oct 2023, 21:18
Start-up problems after sitting idle

Last post by aec « 16 Oct 2023, 17:15
Replies: 4
by TheGreenVan » 15 Sep 2023, 12:19

Hello! I've recently bought a 1982 VW T3 that has some ignition problems. I'm very new to owning a van or car in general, so I'm trying to learn --...

4 Replies

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Last post by aec
16 Oct 2023, 17:15
coolant levels,

Last post by Stesaw « 16 Oct 2023, 13:30
Replies: 5
by syncro4us » 14 Oct 2023, 15:42

Have been running our rebuilt 2.1 engine for some time with over 2000 KM on the clock so its well run in, so this summer took it to the Pyrenees and...

5 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
16 Oct 2023, 13:30
Carburettor flooding

Last post by Brenty « 15 Oct 2023, 19:26
Replies: 13
by Brenty » 14 Oct 2023, 18:40

Hi, first posting on the site. Jumped into my 1984 T25 last weekend and it was a no starter.

The carburettor was flooding- so start- then loads of...

13 Replies

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Last post by Brenty
15 Oct 2023, 19:26
Valve Springs

Last post by lefty67 « 13 Oct 2023, 18:43
Replies: 7
by Mick.source » 01 Oct 2023, 12:07

Well i finally found the problem with my 1986 westfalia t25 jx camper, which had a rough idle and smoked under load, after removing the head i found...

7 Replies

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Last post by lefty67
13 Oct 2023, 18:43
Clutch lever

Last post by Rjduncanuk « 09 Oct 2023, 14:03
Replies: 2
by Rjduncanuk » 09 Oct 2023, 08:09

Hi guys, please could anyone tell me if the clutch arm is moving enough? I'm having trouble with selecting gears. The van has been stood for over 6...

2 Replies

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Last post by Rjduncanuk
09 Oct 2023, 14:03
Brake Hydraulic failure

Last post by multisi « 08 Oct 2023, 14:45
Replies: 10
by garyd » 07 Oct 2023, 13:59

My son has just had a weird brake hydraulic failure on his van which we can't get to the bottom of. It is a 1990 2wd van with the 1.9 DG engine.

On...

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Last post by multisi
08 Oct 2023, 14:45
Automatic Drive Shaft Seal Replacement

Last post by maxstu « 06 Oct 2023, 13:34
Replies: 1
by maxstu » 29 Sep 2023, 08:25

Is it the same replacement procedure as manual seals?
Also, the plastic plate. Are they the same for auto and manual. I can't find any listed for...

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Last post by maxstu
06 Oct 2023, 13:34
Emissions not failure

Last post by lefty67 « 05 Oct 2023, 14:29
Replies: 7
by matthew13 » 03 Oct 2023, 21:01

Hi all. 1983 2ltr cu engine petrol van. Took it for an mot today and it failed on emissions. Anyone got any tips to low the emissions?

7 Replies

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Last post by lefty67
05 Oct 2023, 14:29
t25 1990 RHD steering rack boots-help

Last post by lefty67 « 05 Oct 2023, 09:48
Replies: 2
by nigecoops63 » 05 Oct 2023, 08:37

Good morning-please can anyone help? i am trying to source above for my van-the boots according to some companies are different-i have trawled...

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Last post by lefty67
05 Oct 2023, 09:48
coolant issue

Last post by Lio « 03 Oct 2023, 18:15
Replies: 5
by Lio » 11 Aug 2023, 12:59

Hello,
I did some search on this forum but did not find the exact same issue that I am facing.
I have a turbo D / JX engine from 1987, and that has...

5 Replies

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Last post by Lio
03 Oct 2023, 18:15
Dellorto 36 install

Last post by PetenAli « 01 Oct 2023, 19:29
Replies: 2
by chrisc23 » 07 Sep 2023, 18:00

Hi guys I’m sort of new here although I have been sneaking around for a couple of years now and generally finding what I need from the search...

2 Replies

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Last post by PetenAli
01 Oct 2023, 19:29
Diesel Injector pump leak jx

Last post by Cecil « 01 Oct 2023, 06:16
Replies: 11
by Cecil » 04 Sep 2023, 21:35

I have a fuel leak that is dripping off the bottom of the support bracket on the end of the injection pump just to the right of the bolt head. I have...

11 Replies

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Last post by Cecil
01 Oct 2023, 06:16
Carb rebuilders

Last post by 300CE « 29 Sep 2023, 21:14
Replies: 4
by Elsaetka » 29 Sep 2023, 04:13

Hi
Can anyone recommend a quality / reliable Pierburg carb rebuilder for my late 1.9 DG transporter. As per forum advice I was going with Bromyard...

4 Replies

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Last post by 300CE
29 Sep 2023, 21:14
Engine number confusion

Last post by ZsZ « 29 Sep 2023, 13:13
Replies: 24
by Biggy » 15 Aug 2023, 20:10
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Hi Everyone,

I need a bit of help identifying my engine. I was under the impression I had a 1.6D CS, but after trying to find the engine number to...
24 Replies

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Last post by ZsZ
29 Sep 2023, 13:13
Distributor drive removal issue, 1990 DG

Last post by silverbullet « 29 Sep 2023, 12:49
Replies: 1
by Elsaetka » 29 Sep 2023, 04:03

I need to remove the distributor drive from my 1990 DG 1.9 Transporter, I have seen a few posts which recommend using various methods, however can...

1 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
29 Sep 2023, 12:49
Which Exhaust 1983 Watercooled 1.9

Last post by ajsimmo « 28 Sep 2023, 15:04
Replies: 3
by makebigplans » 28 Sep 2023, 13:47

Ok, so it seems our exhaust needs some love. In fact it pretty much needs replacing due to the dreaded rust and terrible use of gun gum, however I'm...

3 Replies

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Last post by ajsimmo
28 Sep 2023, 15:04
R9 fuel hose inner lining blocking hose?

Last post by aec « 28 Sep 2023, 10:56
Replies: 9
by aec » 24 Sep 2023, 12:54

After 5 years off the road and a lot of very slow DIY repairs my van (1.9DG) passed it's MOT last week. Hurrah! My joy was short lived though, on...

9 Replies

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Last post by aec
28 Sep 2023, 10:56
Repeated Head Gasket failure

Last post by silverbullet « 25 Sep 2023, 19:51
Replies: 10
by Rich75 » 31 Jan 2023, 14:04

Hi

So, about 3 years ago I had a recon engine fitted to my 1986 1.9DG T25. It was fine and then started leaking - back to the garage that fitted the...

10 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
25 Sep 2023, 19:51
Powerspark 034 distributer

Last post by grace72 « 24 Sep 2023, 14:50
Replies: 6
by escovedo » 26 Jul 2022, 15:52

Anyone using the Powerspark 034 distributer on their van?
feedback would be helpful.

6 Replies

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Last post by grace72
24 Sep 2023, 14:50
What engine and carb do I have

Last post by hubcap61 « 21 Sep 2023, 08:32
Replies: 10
by Raynsford5 » 19 Sep 2023, 06:23

Hi all having bought our first money pit a beautiful red and white T3/T25 i have come to a self conclusion the previous owners may have installed a...

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Last post by hubcap61
21 Sep 2023, 08:32
Moutning bolt on carb loose/stripped

Last post by VrindaVan « 18 Sep 2023, 12:06
Replies: 4
by VrindaVan » 17 Sep 2023, 04:01

Hey y’all,

I just noticed that the front mounting bolt for my solex 34 pict 4 carburettor was loose as I could even wiggle it with my hand alittle,...

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Last post by VrindaVan
18 Sep 2023, 12:06
Lost nut

Last post by Raynsford5 « 17 Sep 2023, 15:44
Replies: 6
by Raynsford5 » 14 Sep 2023, 07:54

Hi all please help needed, this week I decided to renew the pushrod seals on our T3, which appears to be a 1700 T2 engine anyway while removing the...

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Last post by Raynsford5
17 Sep 2023, 15:44
Brakes jammed on then released

Last post by Robsey « 17 Sep 2023, 10:44
Replies: 3
by jacko1967 » 17 Sep 2023, 07:47

Morning all
a bit of a strange one yesterday I had been driving for 2 hrs and I came to some traffic lights there was a bit of a thump and the...

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17 Sep 2023, 10:44

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